Your stay — Martina Hotel
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The Property — Martina Hotel
The Martina Hotel is a straightforward, utilitarian 3-star property on the main road north of Surin city centre. Its lobby feels like a functional waiting room: clean tiled floors, a reception desk, a few plastic chairs, and a TV playing Thai news. The USP is the location – it's a five-minute walk from the bus station and the night market, which makes it practical for transit travellers or anyone wanting a cheap base for market visits. It suits budget-conscious guests who plan to be out all day and just need a clean room with air-con and a shower.
Chronicles of Surin
Surin was historically a Khmer outpost, then a minor Siamese frontier town, but gained prominence in the late 19th century when the railway arrived, bringing trade and administration. Its modern identity is defined by the annual Elephant Round-Up, a spectacular November festival that began in 1960 to showcase the region's mahout tradition. Architecturally, the city centre mixes wooden shophouses, Buddhist temples like Wat Burapharam, and functional concrete blocks built after the 1970s. Today Surin feels like a quiet provincial capital, a crossroads for Isaan culture, Khmer heritage, and a slow pace of life far from Thailand's beach hubs.
Best Time to Visit
Full Surin guide →Best months
November to February: dry, sunny, with daytime highs around 30°C and cool evenings. The city is calm before the November elephant festival crowds.
Peak / festival surge
November (especially the weekend of the Elephant Round-Up) and December/January for cool weather. Prices at hotels like the Martina double or more; book months ahead. The Round-Up itself draws huge domestic and foreign crowds for the parade and elephant performances.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer mild weather and fewer tourists. Hotel rates drop by 30-50% and you'll find empty temples and uncrowded markets.
Weather & packing
Surin has a distinct wet season from May to October with sudden, heavy afternoon downpours. Pack a compact umbrella or rain jacket and sandals that can handle puddles, plus mosquito repellent for the evenings.
Live City Briefing — Surin
- New bus station: the main Surin bus terminal moved to a site 2 km north of town in 2024 – tuk-tuks from the old station now cost a flat 60 baht. The old station site has been turned into a car park for the night market.
- Market renovation: the daytime fresh market (Talad Surin) partially reopened in early 2026 after a roof and drainage upgrade. Some stalls are still in temporary shelters; expect dust in the dry season.
- Road resurfacing: several streets around the train station and west of the main road are being dug up for drainage pipes until mid-2026, causing detours for tuk-tuks and local traffic.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Martina Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a top-floor room on the side away from the main road. The hotel is on Surin's main street, so higher floors (3rd–4th) will buffer street noise, and rooms facing the back courtyard or side alley are noticeably quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — they get direct traffic noise and footfall from the pavement. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel has one (common in 3-star Thai hotels), as lift motors hum overnight.
Best views
Side-facing rooms on higher floors offer a glimpse of local rooftops and possibly the nearby river or temple spires — not panoramic, but pleasant. Street-facing rooms give a direct view of Surin's everyday life but with noise trade-off.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are generally quietest, being above street-level bustle. If the hotel has 4 floors (typical for a 3-star in this area), top floor is best.
🔊 Noise notes
Surin's main road has motorbike traffic from 6am, plus occasional truck noise. The hotel itself may have a small lobby or shop that adds daytime chatter. Quietest after 10pm as local traffic dies down.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, ask at check-in about free on-street parking — the hotel may not advertise it. 2. Request a room on the side away from the lift early; elevators in budget Thai hotels can be noisy at odd hours.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Martina Hotel
Free WiFi, max 10 Mbps, requires room number and surname on login page
One lift serves all guest floors (1-4); stairs available at rear
No complimentary newspapers; digital newsstand not available; lobby TV on Thai news channels
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed at reception; late check-out until 12:00 at no extra cost (after that subject to availability, 200 THB per hour)
Complimentary in locked room behind front desk; no luggage porters
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors; no rooms specifically designed for wheelchair users; bathroom thresholds steep
On-site open parking for 15 cars, free of charge; nearest public car park is at Surin Plaza (50 THB per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via booking platform or direct; 1,000 THB incidentals hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Most visitors change money at bank branches or exchange booths in Surin town; avoid poor rates at Bangkok airport or tourist bureaux.
Cards accepted at larger hotels, supermarkets and some restaurants, but cash is king at markets and smaller eateries; contactless mobile pay is rare.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 20-50 baht for good service in restaurants; hotel staff usually fine with small notes.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A hot coffee from a street stall or 7-Eleven for around 30-40 baht.
A bowl of noodles or a simple rice dish from a market stall for 40-60 baht.
A main course of grilled meat or stir-fry at a local food court or simple restaurant for 60-100 baht.
Night market by the clock tower (Surin Night Market) and stalls along Thanon Thaksin are typical for cheap eats.
Big C and Lotus's are the main budget supermarket chains in this area.
Surin's main market (Talat Yai) and the weekend market offer cheap local clothing and fabrics.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) around town for 10-20 baht; from Surin bus station walk or take a motorbike taxi for 30-40 baht.
Eat at market stalls and local food courts; buy bottled water in bulk from 7-Eleven; haggle at markets but keep it friendly.
Good to know — Surin
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.47 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Surin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Martina Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Surin Bus Terminal → Suanpa Resort (stop: Suanpa Road)
💡 Not all buses stop directly outside the resort – ask the driver to let you off at the Suanpa turn-off, then walk 5 mins.
Surin Airport → Suanpa Resort
💡 Best for one person with light luggage - drivers wait near the airport exit; negotiate firmly as tourist prices are common.
Surin town centre (Thanon Tha Sae) → Suanpa Resort
💡 Flag them down anywhere on the main road heading south; they’ll drop you at the resort entrance if you say 'Suanpa'.
Surin Airport → Suanpa Resort
💡 Book through the resort in advance; local taxis from outside the airport often quote 500+ THB.
About Surin
Wikipedia ↗
Surin (Thai: สุรินทร์, pronounced [sù.rīn]; Northern Khmer: ซเร็น, pronounced [sren]) is a town in Thailand, capital of Surin province, 431 km east-northeast of Bangkok. It is the site of the annual Surin Elephant Round-up. As of 2019, Surin has an estimated population of 39,179.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Martina Hotel?
Request a top-floor room on the side away from the main road. The hotel is on Surin's main street, so higher floors (3rd–4th) will buffer street noise, and rooms facing the back courtyard or side alley are noticeably quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Martina Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street — they get direct traffic noise and footfall from the pavement. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft if the hotel has one (common in 3-star Thai hotels), as lift motors hum overnight.
Is Martina Hotel noisy?
Surin's main road has motorbike traffic from 6am, plus occasional truck noise. The hotel itself may have a small lobby or shop that adds daytime chatter. Quietest after 10pm as local traffic dies down.
Which rooms have the best views at Martina Hotel?
Side-facing rooms on higher floors offer a glimpse of local rooftops and possibly the nearby river or temple spires — not panoramic, but pleasant. Street-facing rooms give a direct view of Surin's everyday life but with noise trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at Martina Hotel?
1. If you arrive by car, ask at check-in about free on-street parking — the hotel may not advertise it. 2. Request a room on the side away from the lift early; elevators in budget Thai hotels can be noisy at odd hours.
What time is check-in at Martina Hotel?
Check-in at Martina Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Martina Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi, max 10 Mbps, requires room number and surname on login page
Is there a city or tourist tax at Martina Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Martina Hotel?
A bowl of noodles or a simple rice dish from a market stall for 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Martina Hotel?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) around town for 10-20 baht; from Surin bus station walk or take a motorbike taxi for 30-40 baht.
When is the best time to visit Surin?
November to February: dry, sunny, with daytime highs around 30°C and cool evenings. The city is calm before the November elephant festival crowds.
Top Attractions in Surin
💡 Buy a 10-baht flower garland from vendors outside and tie it on the fence for good luck. Watch your step—devotees kneel on the floor.
💡 Go early (around 8am) to see monks receiving alms; they're happy to accept small food donations but keep your distance.
💡 Take a songthaew (shared taxi) from the market for about 20 baht. Ask to see the dyeing process in the back courtyards—the women are happy to explain if you show interest.
💡 Visit just before sunset—the light on the water is beautiful and you'll see egrets flying to roost. The on-site noodle stall sells cheap bowls (30 baht) of kuaytiaw.
💡 The English signage is limited; hire the audio guide for 50 baht or take photos and ask a local friend to translate later.